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DN62 ZDX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

171,205 mi
Last recorded171,205 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 ZDX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 171,205 miles

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2026 171,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 150,551 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 142,712 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 139,786 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 133,944 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jul 2021 124,485 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 115,447 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 105,133 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 87,833 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 72,500 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 51,558 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 41,697 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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DN62 ZDX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN62 ZDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN62 ZDX registered?

DN62 ZDX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 11 December 2012.

Is DN62 ZDX safe to buy?

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